Brian Windhorst & The Hoop Collective Concerns For Warriors? Not Enough Respect for Thunder? + Flagg Ready to Roll
Oct 3, 2025
Tim Bontemps, an ESPN NBA reporter known for his detailed analysis, and Tim MacMahon, a veteran NBA insider, join for a deep dive into the NBA landscape. They discuss Jonathan Kuminga’s new contract with the Warriors and what it means for the team's future. The conversation shifts to the Thunder's underappreciated title win, balancing expectations for teams in the Western Conference, and Steve Kerr’s contract situation. They also explore scoop on rookie Cooper Flagg and Nikola Jovic's extension, shaping Miami's roster strategy.
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Kuminga Deal Is A Trade Asset
- The Warriors signed Jonathan Kuminga to a short, tradeable two-year deal that waived his no-trade protections and included a team option.
- That structure turns his contract into a flexible asset the Warriors can use before the February trade deadline.
Veteran Core Fuels Warriors' Confidence
- Warriors leadership publicly projects confidence in their veteran core and believes the team can still contend if healthy.
- That optimism coexists with clear recognition the roster is older and depth and health will determine outcomes.
Plan Trades Around Restricted Dates
- Kuminga cannot be moved immediately; because of raise thresholds he can only be traded between January 15 and the February 5 trade deadline.
- Plan roster moves around those specific dates to avoid surprises when trading recently signed players.